sandisk related articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)https://www.dpreview.com/tag/sandisksandisk related articles from Digital Photography Reviewen-usCopyright (c) 1998-2017 Digital Photograph ReviewFri, 06 Oct 2017 14:47:00 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/resources/images/logo-site-footer-light.pngsandisk related articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)https://www.dpreview.com/tag/sandiskhttps://www.dpreview.com/news/0870874484/sandisk-launches-industrial-and-automotive-memory-cardshttps://www.dpreview.com/news/0870874484/sandisk-launches-industrial-and-automotive-memory-cardsSanDisk launches ultra-reliable industrial memory cards that can handle extreme temperatures<div class="o-article_block pb-15 pb-5@m- o-subtle_divider">
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<p>Western Digital is working on a line of ultra-reliable, ultra-tough SanDIsk memory cards meant for automotive and industrial applications. There will be an automotive SD card for use in vehicles and drones, and three industrial cards in SD, microSD and XI formats, all of which are designed to withstand extreme temperature ranges and provide even better reliability than the manufacturer's standard cards.</p>
<p>It's safe to say you'll have to encounter some pretty extreme climatic conditions to bring these cards to their metaphorical knees. The Industrial SD and microSD cards can be used in temperatures ranging from -13°F to 185°F, while the Industrial XI and Automotive SD cards can take temperatures between -40°F and 185°F.</p>
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<p>At 80MB/s and 50MB/s, the cards also offer decent read/write speeds and come with a Status Monitor tool and a number of data protection features. According to a report on <a href="https://www.anandtech.com/show/11889/sandisk-launches-sd-and-microsd-for-industrial-and-automotive-extreme-temps-upped-reliability" rel="noopener" target="_blank">AnandTech</a>, samples of the cards are in the process of being distributed to manufacturers. We're just hoping the cards will also be available through retail channels at some point in the nearer future... photographers operating in extreme conditions would definitely appreciate this extra layer of reliability.</p>
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</div>Fri, 06 Oct 2017 14:47:00 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/news/0915445588/sandisk-ixpand-base-is-a-backup-solution-for-the-iphonehttps://www.dpreview.com/news/0915445588/sandisk-ixpand-base-is-a-backup-solution-for-the-iphoneThe Sandisk iXpand Base is an iPhone dock that backs up your phone while it charges<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images noCaptions singleNoBorder center" data-image-height="null" data-image-width="590">
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<p>Unlike many Android phones, Apple's iPhones don't come with microSD slots or other expandable storage. iPhone users who do not trust the cloud can therefore have a hard time backing up photos, videos, contacts and other types of content from the their devices.</p>
<p>To make local backup easier on iPhone users, Western Digital has introduced a creative solution: The SanDisk iXpand Base. This iPhone dock enables users to automatically back up their files while their phone charges. The device combines a 15W charger with a built-in harddrive and offers up to 250GB capacity.</p>
<p>Simply plug the iPhone in and leave it on the rubberized surface while charging. Data is backed up automatically and can be restored via a dedicated app. This works with previously set up iPhones, but also brand new devices, making it a useful option for data transfer when you're upgrading to a new iPhone model.</p>
<p>Prices start at $50 and go as high as $200 depending on capacity.</p>Thu, 31 Aug 2017 14:45:00 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/news/6247020633/western-digital-launches-sandisk-ultra-microsdxc-uhs-i-card-with-400-gb-capacityhttps://www.dpreview.com/news/6247020633/western-digital-launches-sandisk-ultra-microsdxc-uhs-i-card-with-400-gb-capacitySanDisk unveils world's largest microSDXC card with 400GB capacity<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images noCaptions singleNoBorder center" data-image-height="null" data-image-width="590">
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<p>As long as your device features a microSD-slot, there are now no excuses for running out of storage. Today, Western Digital introduced what is currently the largest capacity microSD memory card in the world: the SanDisk Ultra microSDXC UHS-I card with a whopping 400GB of storage space.</p>
<p>Western Digital has managed to double the capacity of its current high-end models by leveraging its proprietary memory technology, design and production processes, allowing the die to store even more data in an unchanged form factor.</p>
<p>The company says users will be able to transfer files with 100 MB/s speed—which equals approximately 1,200 photos per minute—or fill the card with up to 40 hours of video in Full-HD resolution. The SanDisk Ultra microSDXC UHS-I comes with a 10-year warranty and is available now in Europe for 250 Euros (approximately $295). No information on US-pricing has been released yet.</p>Thu, 31 Aug 2017 14:21:00 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/news/6384763294/sandisk-announces-256gb-microsdxc-card-and-world-s-fastest-highest-capacity-usb-flash-drivehttps://www.dpreview.com/news/6384763294/sandisk-announces-256gb-microsdxc-card-and-world-s-fastest-highest-capacity-usb-flash-driveSanDisk announces 256GB microSDXC card and 'world's fastest, highest capacity' USB flash drive<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images noCaptions noCrop singleNoBorder center" data-image-height="null" data-image-width="590">
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<p>SanDisk has unveiled its new 256GB Ultra microSDXC UHS-I Premium Edition card. Meeting A1 performance standards, it's designed to expand smartphone storage for photos and videos as well as provide space to store and run apps. It's said to achieve transfer speeds ranging up to 95MB/s. At this capacity, the card is able to store up to 24 hours of 1080p Full HD video.</p>
<p>The A1 performance standard means this microSD card can handle random read input-output access per second, also called IOPS, of 1,500, as well as a write IOPS of 500. As such, SanDisk says this card&nbsp;is suitable for handling in-app permissions, graphics and audio, and save profiles on a smartphone. The A1 spec is particularly useful in in light of Android Marshmallow 6’s option for storing and launching apps from the microSD card.</p>
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<p>SanDisk also announced a 256GB USB 3.1 solid state flash drive. Claimed to be the world's fastest, highest capacity drive, it offers read speeds up to&nbsp;420MB/s and write speeds up to&nbsp;380MB/s. SanDisk claims that's fast enough to transfer an entire full-length 4K movie to the drive in 15 seconds.</p>
<p>The new Ultra microSDXC Premium Edition card will be available globally later this month for $199. The 256GB SanDisk Extreme Pro USB 3.1 drive arrives at the same time, and will sell for $179 through Best Buy and Amazon.</p>
<p>Press release:</p>
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<h2>SANDISK® UNVEILS WORLD’S FIRST MICROSD CARD DESIGNED TO DELIVER A NEW DIMENSION OF MOBILE APPLICATION PERFORMANCE<br>JAN 4, 2017</h2>
<p><em>THE 256GB SANDISK ULTRA® MICROSD CARD WITH THE LATEST A1 SD SPECIFICATION OFFERS MOBILE USERS EVEN MORE STORAGE EXPANSION OPTIONS</em></p>
<p><strong>LAS VEGAS, Jan. 4, 2017 –</strong> Western Digital Corporation (NASDAQ: WDC), a global storage technology and solutions leader, today unveiled the world’s first microSDTM card that meets the Application Performance Class 1 (A1) requirements from the latest SD Association’s SD 5.1 specifications. By meeting the A1 performance standard, the 256GB SanDisk Ultra® microSDXCTM UHS-I card, Premium Edition, delivers capacity, speed and enhanced capability to deliver a better smartphone experience1.</p>
<p>Since the popular memory card format launched more than a decade ago, microSD cards have been instrumental in driving new segments in digital imaging like action cameras, drones, dashboard cameras and surveillance systems, and have significantly impacted the evolution of the smartphone. Today, approximately 75 percent of smartphone models on the market contain microSD slots, according to data from Strategy Analytics2. The 256GB* SanDisk Ultra microSD card offers the capacity and performance consumers need to capture all of life’s moments without having to worry about what to delete. The card can hold up to 24 hours of Full HD video3 and with premium transfer speeds of up to 95MB/s**. With A1 performance, the card can launch and run apps at blazing speeds.</p>
<p>“The microSD card has been an integral part of the digital revolution by providing more options for high performance, high capacity storage for smartphones,” said Dinesh Bahal, vice president of product management, Client Solutions Business Unit, Western Digital. “SanDisk® cards are at the center of more than two billion consumer devices, and now with this A1 card, we’re proud to play a significant role in continuing to advance the trusted format.”</p>
<p>Long used by billions to expand capacity for photos, videos, music and many other digital files, the, microSD card now must evolve to support application-intensive environments, paving the way for a new dimension of memory card performance. With the introduction of the Android Marshmallow 6 operating system, users can expand storage capacity on smartphones by selecting the microSD card as preferred or adoptable storage, which means apps can now be loaded and launched directly from the A1 microSD card.</p>
<p>The A1 spec allows the new card to manage random read input-output access per second (IOPS) of 1,500 and write IOPS of 500, so it can quickly open apps and process accompanying tasks, such as audio, graphics, saved profiles and in-app permissions. With this in mind, the new SanDisk Ultra microSD card with A1 is designed to provide consumers a faster, more powerful app experience using cards.</p>
<p>“SD technology is trusted by consumers around the world for its reliable, backwards compatible and</p>
<p>highly interoperable storage, making it the world’s leading memory format with billions of SD memory cards and devices in the market,” said Brian Kumagai, SDA president. “The A1 specification will help consumers identify the appropriate card to ensure an optimal experience when running and launching apps on their smartphone. We are pleased that SanDisk will release an A1 card, and continues to contribute to breakthrough technologies enabled by the microSD format.”</p>
<p>The new SanDisk Ultra microSD card with A1 is compatible with the SanDisk® Memory Zone app for Android™, giving users an easy way to manage and back up content on their device. The app is available for free through the Google Play™ Store4. The card will be available worldwide in January 2017 with a U.S. MSRP of $199.99.</p>
<p>The complete line of SanDisk® microSD cards can be purchased at more than 300,000 retailers worldwide.</p>
<h2>SANDISK® LAUNCHES ITS FASTEST, HIGH-CAPACITY USB FLASH DRIVE EVER<br>JAN 4, 2017</h2>
<p><em>NEW SANDISK EXTREME PRO® USB 3.1 SOLID STATE FLASH DRIVE NOW FEATURES SSD PERFORMANCE IN A PORTABLE, ALUMINUM METAL FORM FACTOR</em></p>
<p><strong>LAS VEGAS, Jan. 4, 2017 –</strong> Western Digital Corporation (NASDAQ: WDC), a global storage technology and solutions leader, today announced its fastest, high-capacity USB flash drive to date with the launch of its high-performance 256GB* SanDisk Extreme PRO USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive. The new drive delivers the speed, capacity, and reliability of an SSD in the convenient form factor of a small USB flash drive, and is ideal for creative professionals, tech enthusiasts, or anyone who creates and shares massive files.</p>
<p>A game-changer in the USB storage category, the drive is capable of read speeds up to 420MB/s and write speeds up to 380MB/s1. With its unprecedented speeds, you can transfer full-length 4K movie to the drive in less than 15 seconds2. With its USB 3.1 interface, people can rapidly access and move files on the go, without having to worry about a cable. The new drive also features a sophisticated design with a durable aluminum metal casing and a retractable connector for ultimate style and reliability.</p>
<p>“The combination of SSD performance and a compact USB form factor offers the ultimate performance and convenience for moving files easily and quickly,” said Sven Rathjen, vice president of marketing, Client Solutions Business Unit, Western Digital. “With its increased capacity and blazing speeds, the SanDisk Extreme PRO USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive is our sleekest, most powerful SanDisk USB device yet.”</p>
<p>The SanDisk Extreme PRO Solid State Flash Drive is available up to 256GB, giving consumers plenty of room to manage large files. For added file protection, it includes the SanDisk SecureAccess® software, which offers 128-bit file encryption and password protection3. The drive also comes with a limited lifetime warranty4.</p>
<p><strong>Pricing and Availability</strong><br>The new 256GB SanDisk Extreme PRO USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive will be available in late January 2017 at Amazon.com and Best Buy at an MSRP of $179.99.</p>
<p>SanDisk storage solutions can be purchased at more than 300,000 retailers worldwide.</p>
</div>Thu, 05 Jan 2017 19:14:00 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/news/8921035088/sandisk-says-its-two-new-microsd-cards-are-the-world-s-fastesthttps://www.dpreview.com/news/8921035088/sandisk-says-its-two-new-microsd-cards-are-the-world-s-fastestSanDisk says its two new microSD cards are the world's fastest<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images noCaptions single center" data-image-height="null" data-image-width="520">
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<p class="p1">SanDisk has announced a pair of new 256GB microSD cards: the SanDisk Extreme microSDXC UHS-I card and the Ultra microSDXC UHS-I Premium Edition card. These are the fastest microSD cards in the world, according to SanDisk, with the Premium Edition also 'optimized for mainstream consumers.' The cards are intended for action cameras, drones, smartphones and other gadgets with demanding storage needs.</p>
<p class="p1">The 256GB Extreme card is the fastest of the two, offering transfer speeds up to 100MB/s (compared the Ultra's 95MB/s max transfer speed) and write speeds up to 90MB/s. SanDisk presents the Extreme model as being ideal for UHD video recording, saying the card can hold up to 14 hours of 4K video. The Ultra version, meanwhile, is better suited to lower resolutions, and can store more than 24 hours of Full HD video.</p>
<p class="p1">In addition, both microSDXC cards can withstand extreme temperatures and are&nbsp;waterproof, shock-proof, and x-ray-proof. Both are compatible with SanDisk’s Memory Zone Android app. The company will launch the Ultra Premium Edition card globally in August for $149.99, and the Extreme card globally in the fourth quarter of this year for $199.99.</p>
<p class="p1">Via: <a href="https://www.sandisk.com/about/media-center/press-releases/2016/western-digital-launches-worlds-fastest-256gb-microsd-card-Broadens-sandisk-memory-card-portfolio-with-new-high-capacity-solutions" target="_blank">SanDisk</a>&nbsp;</p>Thu, 30 Jun 2016 19:08:00 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/news/3307797076/canon-warns-against-use-of-sandisk-cfast-cards-with-eos-1d-x-mark-iihttps://www.dpreview.com/news/3307797076/canon-warns-against-use-of-sandisk-cfast-cards-with-eos-1d-x-mark-iiCanon warns against use of SanDisk CFast cards with EOS-1D X Mark II<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images noCaptions noCrop singleNoBorder center" data-image-height="null" data-image-width="590">
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<p>Canon has issued <a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/product-advisories/detail/service%20notice%20eos-1d%20x%20mark%20ii%20%20image%20corruption%20with%20some%20sandisk%20cfast%20cards/!ut/p/z1/hZLfboIwFMafZQ_QnNKyApeAGNxkigqjvVkaK9pM_gSM295-1Zglhsh6d5Lf-fqd8x0QUICo5Vnv5Uk3tTyamgv2kaSxG89CPF9sXgPsR8FiTdmE4pDC-xXAD56PQdz1T0mE_WSTzxM6o3jFbv0jgBj_PwceAC9Xy_aQDsQGtBj3-vKfW7MO0iVhsgfRytMB6bpsoNjKatfJHgrVHzsodk2PLIW-USW7T6S1sSXuhfHKc7DPJiz23gI8S58HQB7YBvAmISXTi7kbMOKdm9mdh7MTk9RZ774gq5uuMsGuL4rtVivgzhYTWzkuUk4pkS0JQZ5yGFIWtS3pYpcqBvFwO8NbCP-SEBa0VZbVP0jwZRuVSURtkT79Aqaf7Ds!/dz/d5/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh/?urile=wcm%3Apath%3A%2FCanon_NewWeb_Products%2Fproduct-advisories%2FService%2BNotice%2BEOS-1D%2BX%2BMark%2BII%2B%2Bimage%2Bcorruption%2Bwith%2Bsome%2BSanDisk%2BCFast%2Bcards">a warning</a> to EOS-1D X II owners, noting a problem with file corruption that can occur when certain SanDisk CFast cards are used. The issue occurs with the last few images recorded just before the camera is powered off, so Canon's suggested workaround is to capture a number of extra shots when turning the camera off.&nbsp;</p>
<p>These are the problematic cards named in Canon's advisory:&nbsp;</p>
<p>The “xxx” at the end of the product number varies depending on the sales region.</p>
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<li>SanDisk Extreme PRO CFast2.0 64GB (SDCFSP-064G-xxx)</li>
<li>SanDisk Extreme PRO CFast2.0 128GB (SDCFSP-128G-xxx)</li>
<li>SanDisk Extreme PRO CFast2.0 64GB (SDCFSP-064G-xxxA)</li>
<li>SanDisk Extreme PRO CFast2.0 128GB (SDCFSP-128G-xxxA)</li>
<li>SanDisk Extreme PRO CFast2.0 64GB (SDCFSP-064G-xxxB)</li>
<li>SanDisk Extreme PRO CFast2.0 128GB (SDCFSP-128G-xxxB)</li>
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<p>Both Raw and JPEG files are affected, but the number of corrupted images varies according to the compression mode used. When shooting Raw, Canon recommends recording just one extra shot, but shooting small sized JPEGs will require 8 extra shots to protect other images on the card.</p>
<p>The statement makes very clear&nbsp;that the problem is caused by SanDisk's cards, not by the camera. Canon says it may issue a firmware update in early July to address the problem.</p>Tue, 28 Jun 2016 15:21:00 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/news/3568062975/128gb-capacity-memory-stick-with-usb-c-and-a-connections-launched-by-sandisk-for-smartphone-usershttps://www.dpreview.com/news/3568062975/128gb-capacity-memory-stick-with-usb-c-and-a-connections-launched-by-sandisk-for-smartphone-usersSandisk launches 128GB capacity memory stick with USB-C and A connections<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images noCaptions noCrop singleNoBorder center" data-image-height="" data-image-width="590">
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<p>Memory manufacturer SanDisk has announced a new series of portable flash drives that feature a retractable, reversible connector that allows users to pair the stick with both USB Type-C and Type-A devices. The company suggests the dual compatibility of the Ultra Dual Drive USB Type-C will make it easier for smartphone users to transfer images and data from the phone to a computer, as well as offering a solution for expanding the storage memory of the device.</p>
<p>SanDisk claims the USB sticks have a maximum read speed of 150MB per second but says that the write speed is dependent on the device it is connected to. Android users can download the SanDisk Memory Zone app that features a convenient interface for transferring files between the phone and the external storage areas. The flash drives come in capacities from 16GB to 128GB and have a five year warrantee.</p>
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<li>16GB $19.99/£10</li>
<li>32GB $29.99/£13</li>
<li>64GB $39.99/£21</li>
<li>128GB $69.99/£39</li>
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<p>For more information see the <a href="http://www.sandisk.com">SanDisk website</a>.</p>
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<p>Press release:</p>
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<h2>SanDisk Mobile Storage Portfolio Expanded with Faster, Higher Capacity USB Type-C Flash Drive</h2>
<p><strong>New SanDisk Ultra® Dual Drive USB Type-C™ offers hassle-free transfer between smartphones and next-generation USB-C™ devices</strong><br><br>Western Digital® Corporation (NASDAQ: WDC), a global storage technology and solutions leader, today expanded its line of SanDisk-branded mobile storage solutions with the new SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive USB Type-C flash drive. The newest generation drive features a new retractable design, faster speeds and higher capacity, giving consumers the ability to quickly and easily free up space and transfer content between their smartphones and today’s USB-C devices1.<br><br>"With its reversible connector, impressive speeds, and multi-purpose potential, USB Type-C is a game-changer," said Dinesh Bahal, vice president of SanDisk product marketing, Western Digital. "More Type-C devices are entering the market and through our Type-C mobile drives, we can offer consumers a complete line of mobile storage solutions. The new SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive USB Type-C flash drive now provides more than twice the capacity and offers the flexibility to quickly and conveniently move photos, videos and files between devices, as well as the freedom to expand device capacity."<br><br>Now available in up to 128GB*, the sleek, new SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive USB Type-C includes one reversible USB Type-C connector and one standard USB (Type-A) connector, enabling users to easily free up space on a smartphone or tablet, or transfer files between smartphones, tablets and computers and next-generation devices. The drive also now delivers high-speed USB 3.1 performance of up to 150MB/s2 – offering users phenomenal speeds when moving their photos, videos and files to a computer.<br><br>"By 2020 we expect that 44 percent of all mobile phones sold worldwide will include a USB-C connector, that’s about 800% growth over the next four years," said Ken Hyers, director, Wireless Device Strategies, Strategy Analytics. "At this rate of anticipated growth, we expect to see more and more solutions like the SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive USB Type-C flash drive that offer consumers a way to move and access their content between devices with varying connectors."<br><br>The SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive USB Type-C flash drive also works with the SanDisk® Memory Zone app for Android™, giving users an easy way to manage and back up content on their device. The app, which is available for free through the Google Play™ Store3, auto-launches upon insertion of the drive into a compatible device, allowing immediate access to the user’s content.<br><br>The SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive USB Type-C flash drive complements the company’s suite of SanDisk brand USB Type-C flash memory solutions which range from USB drives to portable SSDs.<br><br><strong>Pricing and Availability</strong><br>The SanDisk Ultra Dual USB Type-C Flash Drive features a five-year warranty4, and is now available worldwide at Amazon and other leading retailers. The new offering comes in capacities of 16GB, 32GB, 64GB and 128GB with U.S. MSRPs of $19.99, $29.99, $39.99 and $69.99, respectively.</p>
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<p>Hard disk drive giant Western Digital has&nbsp;completed its acquisition of&nbsp;flash manufacturer SanDisk in a deal that will create a partnership that WD hopes will help it leap&nbsp;into the future of computer memory. The company <a href="/articles/5146519452/western-digital-announces-plan-to-acquire-sandisk">announced plans</a> to buy SanDisk last fall.</p>
<p>Western Digital’s reliance on spinning disk technology in a world that is swiftly moving towards solid state drives has been a cause for concern for the company that currently claims 44% market share for HDDs. Acquiring the world’s largest producer of NAND flash memory should settle some nerves.</p>
<p>Western Digital is said to be interested in cloud storage and computing solutions as PC sales continue to decline, so SanDisk’s know-how in flash data center technologies that provide more capacity in a smaller space, with less heat and faster communication have proven&nbsp;attractive.&nbsp;</p>
<p>All told, the&nbsp;deal cost Western Digital $17 billion in cash and shares, $2 billion short of initial estimates. The company expects to be able to make significant savings through economies of scale, expecting combined revenue of almost $20 billion with&nbsp;a better position to compete against&nbsp;Samsung and Micron.</p>
<p>For more information visit the <a href="http://www.sandisk.com">SanDisk</a> and <a href="http://www.wdc.com/">Western Digital</a> websites.</p>
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<p>Press release:</p>
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<h2>WESTERN DIGITAL COMPLETES ACQUISITION OF SANDISK, CREATING A GLOBAL LEADER IN STORAGE TECHNOLOGY</h2>
<p>Western Digital® Corporation (NASDAQ: WDC) today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary Western Digital Technologies, Inc. has completed the acquisition of SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK). The addition of SanDisk makes Western Digital Corporation a comprehensive storage solutions provider with global reach, and an extensive product and technology platform that includes deep expertise in both rotating magnetic storage and non-volatile memory (NVM).<br> The Company also indicated that the debt financing associated with this transaction has been consummated and that the previously obtained funds from this financing have been released from escrow to Western Digital Technologies, Inc.</p>
<p>“Today is a significant day in the history of Western Digital,” said Steve Milligan, chief executive officer of Western Digital. “We are delighted to welcome SanDisk into the Western Digital family. This transformational combination creates a media-agnostic leader in storage technology with a robust portfolio of products and solutions that will address a wide range of applications in almost all of the world’s computing and mobile devices. We are excited to now begin focusing on the many opportunities before us, from leading innovation to bringing the best of what we can offer as a combined company to our customers. In addition, we will begin the work to fully realize the value of this combination through executing on our synergies, generating significant cash flow, as well as rapidly deleveraging our balance sheet, and creating significant long-term value for our shareholders.”</p>
<p>The integration process will begin immediately through the joint efforts of teams from both companies. As previously announced, Steve Milligan will continue to serve as chief executive officer of Western Digital, which will remain headquartered in Irvine, California. Sanjay Mehrotra, co-founder, president and chief executive officer of SanDisk, will serve as a member of the Western Digital Board of Directors, effective immediately.</p>
<p>“As a combined company, we will be best positioned to address the demands for data storage, which is growing exponentially every year,” said Sanjay Mehrotra. “Growth and change go hand in hand, and we couldn’t be happier to grow and change together with Western Digital. I look forward to contributing to realizing the potential of this combination as a member of the board.”<br> Under the terms of the transaction, each outstanding share of SanDisk common stock was converted into the right to receive $67.50 per share in cash and 0.2387 shares of Western Digital common stock.</p>
<p>SanDisk shareholders looking for information with regard to the payment of the merger consideration should review the Public FAQ available in the Investor Relations section of our website at investor.wdc.com or click here.</p>
</div>Thu, 26 May 2016 19:50:00 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/news/0038910481/sandisk-ixpand-flash-drive-for-iphone-and-ipad-updated-with-new-flexible-designhttps://www.dpreview.com/news/0038910481/sandisk-ixpand-flash-drive-for-iphone-and-ipad-updated-with-new-flexible-designSanDisk iXpand Flash Drive for iPhone and iPad updated with flexible design<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images noCaptions single center" data-image-height="null" data-image-width="520">
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<p>SanDisk has launched a refreshed iXpand Flash Drive with a flexible Lightning connector for Apple’s iPhone and iPad. The new model has an updated design that’s compatible with most device cases, according to SanDisk, as well as a USB 3.0 connector for rapid transfers to desktop. Additionally, SanDisk has updated the iXpand Drive mobile app with a new design and additional functionality.</p>
<p>Using the iXpand Drive app, users can open the iPhone’s camera, take photos or record videos, and have the content saved directly onto the iXpand Flash Drive rather than the device’s internal storage. The app can be set up to automatically backup photos and other content to social media, and supports direct music and video playback. For security purposes, the new iXpand drive also includes encryption software for password-protecting the flash drive.</p>
<p>The new iXpand Flash Drive is available in 16GB ($44.99), 32GB ($69.99), 64GB ($89.99), and 128GB ($129.99) capacities. The drive is compatible with the following Apple devices running iOS 8.2 or later:</p>
<ul>
<li>iPhone 6s</li>
<li>iPhone 6s Plus</li>
<li>iPhone 6</li>
<li>iPhone 6 Plus</li>
<li>iPhone 5s</li>
<li>iPhone 5c</li>
<li>iPhone 5</li>
<li>iPad Pro (12.9-inch)</li>
<li>iPad Air 2</li>
<li>iPad Air</li>
<li>iPad mini 4</li>
<li>iPad mini 3</li>
<li>iPad mini 2</li>
<li>iPad mini</li>
<li>iPod touch (5th generation)</li>
</ul>
<p>Via: <a href="https://www.sandisk.com/about/media-center/press-releases/2016/sandisk-reinvents-its-flash-drive-for-iphone-and-ipad" target="_blank">SanDisk</a></p>
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<p>Press release:</p>
<div id="pr" class="pressRelease">
<h2>SANDISK REINVENTS ITS FLASH DRIVE FOR IPHONE AND IPAD</h2>
<p>APR 21, 2016</p>
<p><em>COMPANY EXPANDS ITS INDUSTRY-LEADING MOBILE STORAGE PORTFOLIO WITH NEW IXPAND FLASH DRIVE</em></p>
<p><strong>MILPITAS, Calif., April 21, 2016 –</strong> SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), a global leader in flash storage solutions, today launched the next-generation iXpand™ Flash Drive, a mobile storage device designed to help people quickly and easily free up space on their iPhone and iPad &nbsp;with up to 128GB of additional capacity1. &nbsp;The iXpand Flash Drive features a new, modern design that fits with most iPhone and iPad cases, a USB 3.0 connector for faster transfer speeds to Mac or PCs, and a completely redesigned app to easily manage photos, videos and music.</p>
<p>According to a recent consumer survey2 conducted by SanDisk in the U.S., many iPhone users are looking to free up more space on their phones. “People are using their mobile phones to capture tons of photos and videos, and more than 70 percent of users transfer files off of their iPhones to another storage location,” said Dinesh Bahal, vice president, product marketing, SanDisk. “Our line of mobile storage offerings can immediately help them free up space. With the new iXpand Flash Drive, people can spend more time using their iPhone to capture what they love, and less time worrying about how and where to transfer these photos and videos.”</p>
<p>Designed to be the perfect storage companion for iPhone and iPad, the reinvented iXpand Flash Drive features a flexible Lightning connector and now a USB 3.0 connector so users can quickly and easily move photos and videos between their iPhone and iPad and Mac or PCs. &nbsp;The iXpand Flash Drive allows users to automatically back up their camera roll and contacts, and watch popular video formats3 straight from the drive. The new drive also includes encryption software that password-protects files, allowing people to share their content while keeping sensitive files secure across devices4.</p>
<p>The product features a redesigned app, the iXpand Drive app, which offers new features and an improved user experience. &nbsp;Giving users the option to save space instantly, the app now has a camera function so users can shoot and save photos or videos directly to the drive instead of on their iPhone or iPad. &nbsp;The app also allows users to automatically back up content from popular social networking sites, as well as play back music within the app.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Built for the next-generation iXpand Flash Drive, the iXpand Drive app is available for download from the App Store for iPhone and iPad. The app launches when the iXpand Flash Drive is plugged into an iPhone or iPad – allowing for immediate storage expansion, access to the user’s content and easy file management.&nbsp;</p>
<p>SanDisk offers a full range of mobile storage solutions, making it easy for consumers to expand the memory and manage content on their favorite Apple and Android devices. &nbsp;To see SanDisk’s complete line of innovative offerings, please visit: www.sandisk.com/home/mobile-device-storage</p>
<p><strong>Pricing and Availability</strong></p>
<p>The iXpand Flash Drive features a one-year limited warranty in the United States5. It’s available in 16GB, 32GB, 64GB and 128GB capacities, with MSRPs of $49.99, $69.99, $89.99 and $129.99, respectively. &nbsp;The drive is compatible with iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPad Pro (12.9-inch), iPad Air 2, iPad Air, iPad mini 4, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 2, iPad mini and iPod touch (5th generation) running iOS 8.2 or later. The new iXpand Flash Drive is available now at BestBuy.com, Amazon and SanDisk.com.</p>
</div>Fri, 22 Apr 2016 19:13:00 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/news/4525535183/sandisk-extreme-pro-microsdxc-uhs-ii-is-worlds-fastesthttps://www.dpreview.com/news/4525535183/sandisk-extreme-pro-microsdxc-uhs-ii-is-worlds-fastestSanDisk Extreme PRO microSDXC UHS-II claims to be fastest<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images noCaptions single center" data-image-height="null" data-image-width="520">
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<p>SanDisk has introduced the&nbsp;Extreme PRO microSDXC UHS-II card, calling it&nbsp;the fastest microSD card in the world. The new Extreme PRO will be offered in 64GB and 128GB capacities, and features transfer speeds up to 275MB/sec with Class 10 and UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) ratings. The announcement is timed with the Mobile World Congress show in Barcelona&nbsp;where&nbsp;a number of high-profile mobile devices are launching.</p>
<p>'We designed this card specifically to address consumers' needs for a faster solution when transferring massive files,' says SanDisk VP of Product Marketing Dinesh Bahal. According to SanDisk,&nbsp;the Extreme PRO microSDXC card is ideal for recording Full HD and 4K UHD video from smartphones, actions cameras and drones, among other devices.&nbsp;The new card is backwards compatible with UHS-I devices, and is rugged with temperature/shock/X-ray/waterproof construction.</p>
<p>The SanDisk Extreme PRO microSDXC UHS-II card will be available in Q2 2016 for $179.99 (64GB) and $299.99 (128GB).</p>
<p>Press release:</p>
<div id="pr" class="pressRelease">
<h2>SanDisk Launches Next-Generation microSD Card Featuring World’s Fastest Transfer Speed</h2>
<p><em>The new SanDisk Extreme PRO® microSDXC™ UHS-II card delivers nearly 3x the speed of current cards<span class="green">1</span></em></p>
<p>BARCELONA, Spain--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MOBILE WORLD CONGRESS -– SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), a global leader in flash storage solutions, today introduced the world’s fastest microSD™ card. The SanDisk Extreme PRO microSDXC UHS-II card enables action camera, drone and smartphone users to offload huge video files at unprecedented speeds.</p>
<p>“Action cameras are now the fastest-growing segment in digital imaging and drones are becoming increasingly popular, creating an opportunity for people to capture more high-capacity, high-quality 4K Ultra HD content,” said Dinesh Bahal, vice president, product marketing, SanDisk. “We designed this card specifically to address consumers’ needs for a faster solution when transferring massive files – and now, with nearly 3x the speed of our fastest microSD UHS-I card, this new offering dramatically reduces time spent transferring content.”</p>
<p>The new card, available in 64GB<span class="green">*</span> and 128GB capacities, delivers transfer speeds of up to 275MB/s<span class="green">2</span> to offload high-quality content at record speeds. Featuring Class 10 and UHS Speed Class 3 (U3), the SanDisk Extreme PRO microSDXC UHS-II card is perfect for capturing Full HD and 4K Ultra HD video<span class="green">3</span> on the latest action cams, drones and smartphones. It also includes a USB 3.0 card reader to conveniently offload files to a PC.</p>
<p>“Today’s mobile devices are more sophisticated than ever, and require more advanced technology to deliver the best possible user experience," said IDC Research Director for mobile and tablets Les Santiago. "As the demand for higher quality content such as Full HD and 4K video increases, the need for higher capacity, faster storage solutions grows exponentially. The Extreme PRO microSDXC UHS-II card is at the forefront of delivering solutions that meet these evolving needs.”</p>
<p><strong>Built for a New Generation of Devices</strong></p>
<p>The latest action cameras, drones and smartphones are versatile, powerful devices that have expanded the possibilities for high-quality video.</p>
<p>“We empower our creators to capture amazing images around the world, ones that were previously out of reach. High-end professional imagery is captured every day with our products, and SanDisk’s new UHS-II card is a great complement to our portfolio,” said Basile David, Senior Content Manager, DJI. “These new cards deliver remarkable speeds, giving our creators more time to spend bringing their ideas to life.”</p>
<p>SanDisk Extreme PRO microSDXC UHS-II cards are backwards-compatible with UHS-I host devices, performing up to UHS-I speeds allowed by the host device. Also designed for today’s durable devices, the cards can keep up in extreme environments. SanDisk Extreme PRO microSDXC UHS-II microSD cards<span class="green">4</span> are shockproof, temperature-proof, waterproof, and X-ray-proof.</p>
<p><strong>Pricing and Availability</strong></p>
<p>The 64GB and 128GB SanDisk Extreme PRO microSDXC UHS-II cards feature a lifetime limited warranty<span class="green">5</span>, and will be available worldwide in Q2 at U.S. MSRPs of $179.99 and $299.99, respectively.</p>
<p><span class="green">*1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less.</span><br><span class="green">1 Compared to 95MB/s read SanDisk Extreme PLUS microSD UHS-I card.</span><br><span class="green">2 Up to 275MB/s read; up to 100MB/s write. Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending upon host device interface, usage conditions and other factors. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes.</span><br><span class="green">3 Compatible device required. Full HD (1920 x 1080) and 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160) support may vary based upon host device, file attributes and other factors. See www.sandisk.com/HD. UHS Speed Class 3 designates a performance option designed to support real time video recording with enabled UHS host devices.</span><br><span class="green">4 Card only. See product packaging and www.sandisk.com/proof for additional information and limitations.</span><br><span class="green">5 See www.sandisk.com/wug.</span></p>
</div>Mon, 22 Feb 2016 20:15:00 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/5146519452/western-digital-announces-plan-to-acquire-sandiskhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/5146519452/western-digital-announces-plan-to-acquire-sandiskWestern Digital announces plan to acquire SanDisk<table class="images noCaptions noCrop single center" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" data-image-width="520" data-image-height="null">
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<p>Yesterday, Western Digital announced plans to acquire SanDisk Corporation, a company that specializes in memory chips and SD cards.&nbsp;According to a statement released on Wednesday, Western Digital will purchase all of SanDisk’s shares in a deal totaling&nbsp;about $19 billion; a combination of both cash and stock will be paid.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Western Digital's CEO Stephen D. Milligan will serve as chief executive of the combined company, while SanDisk's President and CEO Sanjay Mehrotra will join WD's board of directors.&nbsp;As is common, this planned acquisition must have both regulatory and shareholder approval, and likely won’t close until Q3 2016 as a result. Toshiba's joint venture with SanDisk will be ongoing.</p>
<p>Said Mehrotra in a statement, 'Joining forces with Western Digital will enable the combined company to offer the broadest portfolio of industry-leading, innovative storage solutions to customers across a wide range of markets and applications.' One of those markets is certainly photography. What are you thoughts on the acquisition? Let us know in the comments.</p>Thu, 22 Oct 2015 18:13:00 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/5813601559/sandisk-unveils-512gb-extreme-pro-sdxc-uhs-i-cardhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/5813601559/sandisk-unveils-512gb-extreme-pro-sdxc-uhs-i-cardSanDisk unveils 512GB Extreme Pro card<table class="images noCaptions noCrop single center" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" data-image-width="520" data-image-height="null">
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<p>SanDisk has announced the latest addition to its Extreme Pro class of memory cards. The 512GB Extreme Pro SDXC UHS-I is introduced as the world's highest capacity SD card, supporting 4K video with write speeds up to 90 MB/s and UHS Speed Class 3 recording. It can transfer data at speeds up to 95 MB/s. The 512GB Extreme Pro SDXC UHS-I card will retail for $799.99.</p>
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<p>Press Release:</p>
<h2>SanDisk Premieres World's Highest Capacity SD Card for High Performance Video and Photo Capture</h2>
<p><em>Company Helps Video and Photo Professionals Prepare for the Future with Breakthrough Storage Technology</em></p>
<p>International Broadcasting Convention, AMSTERDAM, Sept. 11, 2014 – SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), a global leader in flash storage solutions, today launched its 512GB<span class="green">**</span> SanDisk Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I memory card, the world's highest capacity SD™ card on the market. The new offering is designed to meet the demands of industry professionals who require the most advanced gear available for shooting 4K Ultra High Definition (3840x2160p) video, Full HD video (1920x1080)<span class="green">1</span> and high-speed burst mode photography.</p>
<p>"As an industry leader, SanDisk continues to push the boundaries of technology to provide customers with the innovative, reliable, high-performance solutions they have come to expect from us," said Dinesh Bahal, vice president, product marketing, SanDisk. "4K Ultra HD is an example of a technology that is pushing us to develop new storage solutions capable of handling massive file sizes. The 512GB SanDisk Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I card is a tremendous advancement that enables professionals to reliably store more content on a single card than ever before."</p>
<h3>Built for the Pros</h3>
<p>Since SanDisk unveiled its first 512MB SD card in 2003, capacity demands have increased exponentially and the new 512GB SanDisk Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I card represents a 1,000-fold capacity increase in just over a decade, yet maintains the same size footprint. SanDisk's most powerful and highest capacity SD UHS-I memory card yet, the 512GB card delivers write speeds up to 90 MB/s<span class="green">*</span> and UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) recording speed for high resolution, real-world color and stutter-free 4K Ultra HD video<span class="green">1</span>. Transfer speeds up to 95 MB/s<span class="green">*</span> move data quickly for efficient post-production workflow.</p>
<p>The 512GB SanDisk Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I card delivers both the speed and capacity needed to support 4K Ultra HD video capture, enabling users to shoot tremendous amounts of content without disrupting the moment.</p>
<p>The new offering comes with key features designed for pro-level action:</p>
<ul>
<li>Built for and tested in harsh conditions—temperature proof, water proof, shock proof, and x-ray proof<span class="green">2</span></li>
<li>Lifetime limited warranty<span class="green">3</span></li>
<li>RescuePRO® Deluxe data recovery software download offer4, for bringing accidentally deleted images back to life</li>
</ul>
<p>SanDisk Extreme Team member Sebastian Devaud, renowned director and producer, relies on cutting edge technologies to continuously advance his productions. "I am always interested in new technologies to help improve how I work and the quality of my results," said Devaud. "With higher capacities, I have greater flexibility to capitalize on the moment and let the camera roll without worrying about the performance of my equipment."</p>
<p>"The new 512GB SanDisk Extreme PRO UHS-I card offers incredible speed and capacity," said Grant Petty, CEO, Blackmagic Design. "Our Pocket Cinema Camera customers shoot in every type of circumstance and location, and get amazing wide dynamic range RAW images capturing the brightest highlights and darkest shadows at the same time. The additional capacity of the SanDisk Extreme PRO UHS-I card will extend the creative freedom for our customers shooting in RAW and open up the ability to use wide dynamic range RAW files with even more productions."</p>
<h3>Pricing and Availability</h3>
<p>The SanDisk Extreme PRO UHS-I SDHC/SDXC memory cards are available worldwide in capacities of 512GB, 256GB and 128GB. The 512GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I card will be available for $799.99 (MSRP). For more information, please visit www.SanDisk.com.</p>
<p>Not all devices support SDXC. Check with device manufacturer for more details.</p>
<p><span class="green">* Up to 95 MB/s read speed. Write speed up to 90 MB/s. Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending upon host device. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes.</span></p>
<p><span class="green">** 1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span class="green">1 4K Ultra HD (3840x2160) and Full HD (1920x1080) video support may vary based upon host device, file attributes and other factors. See: www.sandisk.com/HD UHS Speed Class 3 designates a performance option designed to support 4K Ultra HD video recording with enabled UHS host devices.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span class="green">2 See product packaging or www.sandisk.com/proof for additional information and limitations.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span class="green">3 See www.sandisk.com/wug&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span class="green">4 Registration required; Terms and conditions apply.</span></p>Thu, 11 Sep 2014 17:44:34 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/8097506169/sandisk-introduces-128gb-microsdxc-memory-cardhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/8097506169/sandisk-introduces-128gb-microsdxc-memory-cardSanDisk ups microSD capacity to 128GB with new card<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images noCaptions noCrop single right" data-image-height="null" data-image-width="520">
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<p>SanDisk has announced its new <a href="http://www.sandisk.com/about-sandisk/press-room/press-releases/2014/sandisk-introduces-worlds-highest-capacity-microsdxc-memory-card-at-128gb/">128GB Ultra microSDXC UHS-I</a> memory card. The new card increases storage capacity options for Android smartphones, tablets and other microSD enabled devices, while delivering Class 10 performance, with read speeds up to 30MB/s. It also ships with an SD adapter to use the card with digital cameras and computers. The new 128GB microSDXC card will be available worldwide for MSRP of $199.99.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Earlier this month SanDisk also announced&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sandisk.com/about-sandisk/press-room/press-releases/2014/sandisk-announces-world%E2%80%99s-fastest-sd-card/">Extreme PRO SDHC/SDXC UHS-II</a> cards, aimed at 4k video shooters, offering up to 250MB/s write speeds and transfer speeds of up to 280MB/s. <a href="http://www.dpreview.com/products/fujifilm/slrs/fujifilm_xt1">Fujifilm's X-T1</a> is the first camera to offer UHS-II compatibility. The new cards will be available in April in 16GB to 64GB capacities carrying a MSRP of $119.99 to $299.99.</p>
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<li><a href="http://www.sandisk.com/about-sandisk/press-room/press-releases/2014/sandisk-introduces-worlds-highest-capacity-microsdxc-memory-card-at-128gb/">Learn more: 128GB Ultra microSDXC UHS-I card</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.sandisk.com/about-sandisk/press-room/press-releases/2014/sandisk-announces-world%E2%80%99s-fastest-sd-card/">Learn more: Extreme PRO SDHC/SDXC UHS-II cards</a></li>
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Mon, 24 Feb 2014 18:13:00 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/reviews/sandisk-connect-wireless-flash-drive-reviewhttps://www.dpreview.com/reviews/sandisk-connect-wireless-flash-drive-reviewAccessory review: SanDisk Connect wireless media drives<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="images noCrop single center" data-image-height="" data-image-width="520">
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<p>Looking for an easy way to share your photos with nearby smartphone and tablet users? There are plenty of options, and SanDisk has a couple of their own in a<span>&nbsp;new&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.sandiskconnect.com/">SanDisk Connect</a><span>&nbsp;line of flash memory storage devices</span><span>&nbsp;with built-in wireless that you can access from any device. We can't fault the name &mdash; </span><a href="http://connect.dpreview.com/post/7702621852/sandisk-wireless-flash-memory-storage">Connect</a><span> &mdash; but the system itself leaves much to be desired.</span></p>
<p>The basic idea is this: put your media on a SanDisk drive while at home or on the go, and others can connect to it using an app and view the photos or stream media without the need for an Internet connection. It definitely does that, but it does so in such a minimally functional way that it's hard to recommend for photographers.</p>
<h2>Simple setup</h2>
<p>There are two physical varieties of the device, each with two internal storage options.</p>
<p>First, there's a small, thumbdrive-sized Wireless Flash Drive with a built-in USB connector that comes in 16GB and 32GB options ($49.99 and $59.99 respectively). It has a MicroSD card slot for adding extra space.</p>
<p>Then there's the larger Wireless Media Drive, about the size of a smartphone folded in half, with a micro USB port for wired connections and a full-size SD card slot to add storage. In addition to offering up to 64GB ($99.99, or $79.99 for 32GB) of internal storage, this one allows for high-definition streaming, and to more concurrent users.</p>
<p>Both devices are tastefully designed and feel fairly well-built. I would feel no compunction tossing either into a crowded camera bag or back seat.</p>
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<p>Basic operation works quite as advertised: by hitting the only button on the device, a wireless hotspot is created, to which you can connect your smartphone, tablet or PC. Then you'll need to launch SanDisk Connect, a free app for iOS and Android, which asks for a password (if you've set one) &mdash; and then boom, there's your media. You can upload new photos, view old ones or stream video and audio stored on the device.</p>
<p>If you're around a known Wi-Fi point, you can set up each device to automatically connect to the Internet through it, allowing basic sharing through email, Facebook and Picasa. It can't do that through your phone's cellular data plan, however.</p>
<h2>... Almost too simple</h2>
<p>Unfortunately, that's about the limit of the good news. The app itself is rather clunky, especially on iPad, where it routinely froze up or crashed while scanning for photos and failed to render previews for a couple hundred shots fresh off my DSLR. It also had trouble reconnecting to the drive sometimes and would have to be manually shut down and restarted.</p>
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<div class="captionContent">No, that's not abstract photography &mdash; that's the Connect app failing to generate thumbnails for a card full of pictures, something that happened a couple times.</div>
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<p>Once you do connect, you can view photos and do some elementary edits (crop, rotate, "enhance") but beyond that your options are extremely limited. Incredibly, you can't even zoom in on iOS, and on Android it zooms but only into the preview image. I had thought it would be useful to share shots quickly with assistants or friends, but what's the point if they can't do anything but perform the most cursory examination and tasks?</p>
<p>Another potential use case would be as a quick backup for pictures you've taken recently. Being able to share the last 40 or 50 shots with friends nearby is a nice idea, and indeed the SanDisk drives do make that possible &mdash; assuming they have the app installed or an Internet connection to download it.</p>
<p>The problem there is that, bafflingly, there's no way to copy shots directly from a card to the media drive. You just can't! Your card is only available while it's slotted into the drive. Instead, you'll have to copy the shots to your tablet first, and then copy them from <em>there</em> over to the media drive. Why is such an obvious and useful functionality missing?</p>
<p>Raw files don't show up in the photo browser, and can't be sent to another program through the app; you have to copy them to your iPad first. Same with any unrecognized file format.</p>
<p>One situation that comes to mind is if you are frequently around the same set of people, all of whom want to view images or video on their own device. While that's not very common in photography (people do love to crowd a single LCD, but this seems too involved), it may occur elsewhere.</p>
<p>You can always use these drives for off-phone backup for your camera roll so you're covered in case of disaster. It's a little redundant with cloud backup, but could be good for a little extra peace of mind.</p>
<h2>Portable media center?</h2>
<p>What the devices may actually be useful for is the easy storage of several people's media for simultaneous consumption on smartphones and tablets. Copy all the media you think you'll need to the media drive, and everyone can connect to it during a road trip or when otherwise off the grid: Junior can catch up on Spongebob, you can play your driving playlist and your spouse can pipe a podcast to their headphones.</p>
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<p>As long as the format is natively compatible with the device you're watching it on, that's not a problem. A few videos I'd downloaded from the web only worked partially, but iTunes, Amazon and Google videos ought to be fine.</p>
<p>The music part of the app was surprisingly decent, and I can see keeping a stash of tracks on this thing rather than on your phone to save space without using data-intensive streaming apps like Spotify.</p>
<p>One other thing to be aware of when streaming to a mobile phone: if you're not near a known Wi-Fi point, you won't be able to connect to the Internet via cellular data while using a Connect drive. A couple hours of music or a movie will disconnect you from email and other updates for the duration.</p>
<h2>Conclusion</h2>
<p>While these devices are easy to set up and work on a basic level as advertised, they don't do much more than that. Photographers will find little use for them versus something like an Eye-Fi Mobi or simple camera connection kit and ordinary photo editing apps.</p>
<p>Parents or people whose devices are already filled to the gills with shows, pictures, podcasts and so on might appreciate these drives as a portable local server, but even then the cases where it's more convenient to use the SanDisk drives are few and far between.</p>
<p>With things like Eye-Fi and AirDrop to transfer files, and the inclusion of automated backup like Google+ and DropBox, there just isn't much of a place for a device like this in a photographer's gear bag. If SanDisk ups the ante on the software (and fixes the bugs), that could change.&nbsp;</p>Tue, 03 Dec 2013 16:38:38 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/2978552693/sandisk-introduces-first-cfast-2-0-memory-cardhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/2978552693/sandisk-introduces-first-cfast-2-0-memory-cardSanDisk introduces first CFast 2.0 memory card<p>Cementing its commitment to the CFast standard, SanDisk has introduced the Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 memory card, the first of its kind. The card boasts read speeds of up to 450MB/s and write speeds of up to 350MB/s, and will be sold with 60 or 120GB of storage. As a competitor to the Nikon-backed XQD standard, this first CFast 2.0 card is introduced alongside with an ARRI AMIRA documentary-style camera that records to internal CFast 2.0 cards. Users of some models of ALEXA XT cameras will also be able to use the new CFast 2.0 cards with an adapter.</p>
<p>Canon has pledged support of the standard, hinting that it may be integral as they develop 4K video-capable cameras. No consumer pricing has been announced at this time for the CFast 2.0 card, and they'll be available through ARRI retailers.</p>
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<p>Press Release:</p>
<h2>SANDISK LAUNCHES WORLD&rsquo;S FIRST CFAST 2.0 MEMORY CARD&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>
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<p><strong>SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 Memory Card is The World&rsquo;s Fastest Memory Card For High-Performance Professional Photo and Video Capture</strong></p>
<p><strong>IBC, AMSTERDAM, Sept. 13, 2013 &ndash;</strong> SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), a global leader in flash memory storage solutions, today announced the SanDisk Extreme Pro&reg; CFastTM 2.0 memory card, designed for professional broadcast, cinematography and next-generation professional photography.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The 120GB<span class="green">1</span> SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 memory card is the world&rsquo;s fastest memory card, with read speeds of up to 450MB/s<span class="green">2</span> (3000X) for maximum workflow efficiency and write speeds up to 350MB/s<span class="green">2</span> (2333X) for faster recording performance. The SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 memory card&rsquo;s industry leading transfer speeds offer up to double the shot speed of today&rsquo;s fastest cards. With the new card, industry professionals are able to manage large files faster than ever. For example, a 100GB file takes nearly 20 minutes to transfer from CompactFlash at 90MB/s. With the SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 memory card, it takes only four minutes to transfer at 450MB/s<span class="green">3</span>.</p>
<p>"With the SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 card, we are enabling a next generation card format to meet the needs of high-end professional cinematographers," said Dinesh Bahal, vice president, product marketing, SanDisk. "These cards will enable new digital solutions for professional filmmakers looking to embrace technologies such as high-quality 4K video, and are another example of SanDisk's innovation and leadership in flash memory storage."</p>
<p>The SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast card is the first to utilize the CFast 2.0 specification. This specification was a collaboration of leading CompactFlash Association members to meet the demanding requirements of professional video and photography applications. Early adopters and endorsers include SanDisk, Canon, ARRI and Codex. The result of this alliance is the CFast 2.0 specification, delivering a new level of performance for next generation professional video and photography cameras.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Leading motion picture equipment manufacturer ARRI, will be the first to implement CFast 2.0 as recording media in a camera. The new documentary-style ARRI AMIRA will record to in-camera CFast 2.0 cards, and ALEXA XT camera users will be able to use a new CFast 2.0 adapter, allowing ALEXA XT cameras, as well as ALEXA Classic cameras upgraded with the XR Module, to do the same. Stephan Schenk, general manager of ARRI&rsquo;s camera and DI systems business unit said, "SanDisk&rsquo;s new SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 cards deliver tremendous performance, allowing professionals to record ProRes 4444 up to 200Fps with AMIRA, and up to 120Fps with ALEXA XT/XR cameras, on cost-effective recording media."</p>
<p>Canon is also a supporter of the CFast 2.0 standard. Masaya Maeda, managing director and chief executive of image communication product operations at Canon said, "With extremely fast performance, CFast 2.0 memory cards will enable us to develop next-generation cameras with more powerful features, enabling future 4K Ultra HD video recording capability."</p>
<p><strong>Durability and Reliability</strong></p>
<p>This new high-performance card format is reliable and equipped with a durable form factor. The SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 cards are created to withstand real-world exposure to temperature, shock and vibration, and include a pinless design, which lessens the chance of damaging the card or camera while changing cards. The cards will also be marked with a unique individual serialization number that can be registered into SanDisk Pro Care Customer Support. Additionally, a lifetime limited warranty<span class="green">4</span> and a downloadable offer for a one year subscription to RescuePRO&reg; media recovery software<span class="green">5</span> are available.</p>
<p><strong>Availability&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 memory cards are available in the U.S. and Europe at select photo specialty stores and at ARRI authorized storefronts in 60GB and 120GB capacities.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Also available is the SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 Reader/Writer, the world&rsquo;s first CFast 2.0 memory card reader, designed for professional photographers and videographers in the broadcast, cinema and photography industries. Small enough for field work, the reader is built to handle the high performance demands of CFast 2.0 technology and increase workflow efficiency with support for USB 3.0 interface transfer speeds up to 500MB/s<span class="green">6</span>. &nbsp;</p>
<p><span class="green">1 120GB: Up to 450MB/s read speed; Up to 350MB/s write speed. 60GB: Up to 450MB/s read speed; up to 225MB/s write speed.Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending upon host device. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes. X=150KB/s.<br></span><span class="green">2 1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less.<br></span><span class="green">3 Approximations; Results will vary based on host device, file attributes and other factors.<br></span><span class="green">4 30 years warranty in Germany, Canada and regions not recognizing lifetime warranty.<br></span><span class="green">5 Registration required; terms and conditions apply.<br></span><span class="green">6 Based on USB 3.0 specification; performance may vary depending on use case and host device. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes.</span></p>Fri, 13 Sep 2013 13:36:27 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/5244998932/sandisk-offers-new-256gb-compactflash-cardhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/5244998932/sandisk-offers-new-256gb-compactflash-cardSanDisk offers 'world's first' 256GB CompactFlash card<p>SanDisk has introduced a high capacity CompactFlash card with 256GB of storage. The card boasts write speeds of 65MB/s and transfer speeds up to 160MB/s. It's also rated with a VPG-65 Video Performance Guarantee, promising adequate speed for 4K video capture. As is the case with SanDisk's other Extreme Pro cards, it's designed to withstand shock, vibration and extreme temperatures.</p>
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<h2><strong>SANDISK OFFERS WORLD&rsquo;S FIRST HIGH CAPACITY 256GB COMPACTFLASH CARD SUPPORTING THE LATEST VIDEO PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE SPECIFICATION </strong></h2>
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<p align="center"><strong><em>SanDisk Extreme Pro CompactFlash Cards Are Optimized For Cinema-Quality 4K Video Recording</em></strong></p>
<p><strong>PMA, MELBOURNE, Australia, Sept. 12, 2013</strong>&mdash;<a href="http://www.sandisk.com/" target="news-story-5244998932">SanDisk</a> Corporation (NASDAQ: <a href="http://investor.sandisk.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=86495&amp;p=irol-irhomemain" target="news-story-5244998932">SNDK</a>), a global leader in flash memory storage solutions, today announced the availability of the <a href="http://www.sandisk.com/products/memory-cards/compactflash/extremepro-160mbs/" target="news-story-5244998932">256GB<span class="green">1</span> SanDisk Extreme Pro&reg; CompactFlash&reg;</a> memory card, the world&rsquo;s first high-capacity, high-performance CompactFlash card with the latest Video Performance Guarantee (VPG-65)<span class="green">2</span> specification. Also being announced by SanDisk today are faster speeds across all other capacities of the SanDisk Extreme Pro CompactFlash line of memory cards.</p>
<p>"SanDisk has been at the forefront with storage solutions that enable the broader adoption of new video capture technologies. We always design our SanDisk Extreme Pro cards with professional photographers and videographers in mind," said Susan Park, director, mobile and imaging worldwide retail product marketing, SanDisk. "Cinema-quality 4K video capture demands tremendous performance and capacity, which is exactly what we have delivered with the new 256GB SanDisk Extreme Pro CompactFlash card."</p>
<p>The card delivers minimum sustained write speeds of 65MB/s<span class="green">2</span>, optimized to capture 4K and Full HD video<span class="green">3</span>. The 256GB SanDisk Extreme Pro CompactFlash card has industry-leading transfer speeds of up to 160MB/s<span class="green">4</span>, designed to dramatically improve workflow efficiencies, and delivers fast shot speeds of up to 140MB/s<span class="green">4</span> for advanced functions such as fast action and continuous burst mode shots.</p>
<p>"The speed and capacity of SanDisk Extreme Pro CompactFlash cards, as well as the ability to shoot and store 4K video directly to a CompactFlash card, are a major step forward for professional photographers and videographers," said Sam Nicholson, founder, Stargate Studios. "My work rarely allows for a second chance to capture a big shot or important footage, so when I select SanDisk memory cards, I&rsquo;m trusting them with assets that are essential to me and my clients."</p>
<p>SanDisk Extreme Pro memory cards are designed for professionals and are backed by a lifetime limited warranty<span class="green">5</span>. The cards are durability tested, include RTV silicone coating inside for added protection against shock and vibration, and perform in extreme temperatures from minus 13 degrees Fahrenheit to 185 degrees Fahrenheit. The cards also include a one year downloadable offer for RescuePRO&reg; media recovery software<span class="green">6</span>, which lets photographers recover their images in case of accidental deletion.</p>
<p><strong>Increased Speeds Across the Product Line</strong><br> To coincide with the launch of the 256GB SanDisk Extreme Pro CompactFlash card, SanDisk is increasing the speed across each capacity of the SanDisk Extreme Pro CompactFlash line. The other SanDisk Extreme Pro CompactFlash cards, available in capacities of 16GB, 32GB, 64GB and 128GB, will now feature read speeds of up to 160MB/s<span class="green">4</span> and write speeds of up to 150MB/s<span class="green">4</span>, as well as the same VPG as the 256GB card.</p>
<p><strong>Pricing and Availability</strong></p>
<p>SanDisk Extreme Pro CompactFlash cards are available in capacities of 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB, and are shipping worldwide now with MSRPs of $219.99 to $1,809.99.</p>
<p class="green">1 1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less.<br> 2 Video Performance Guarantee enabled to ensure video recording at 65MB/sec minimum sustained write speed. 1 MB = 1,000,000 bytes.<br> 3 4K (4096x2160) and Full HD (1920x1080) video support may vary based on host device, file attributes and other factors. <a href="http://www.sandisk.com/HD" target="news-story-5244998932">www.sandisk.com/HD</a><br> 4 16GB-128GB: Up to 160MB/s read speed; Up to 150MB/s write speed. 256GB: Up to 160MB/s read speed; up to 140MB/s write speed. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes. X = 150KB/sec.<br> 5 30 years warranty in Germany, Canada and regions not recognizing lifetime limited warranty.<br> 6 Registration required. Terms and conditions apply.</p>Thu, 12 Sep 2013 18:39:03 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/7702621852/sandisk-wireless-flash-memory-storagehttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/7702621852/sandisk-wireless-flash-memory-storageSanDisk debuts new line of wireless memory storage devices<p class="p1"><a href="http://www.sandisk.com/">SanDisk</a>&nbsp;is offering more mobile memory solutions with its new&nbsp;<a href="http://www.SanDiskConnect.com/">SanDisk Connect</a>&nbsp;line of wireless flash memory storage devices, including the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sandisk.com/products/wireless/flash-drive/">SanDisk&nbsp;Connect Wireless Flash Drive</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sandisk.com/products/wireless/media-drive/">SanDisk Connect Wireless Media Drive</a>.</p>
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<p>SanDisk says its Wireless Flash Drive allows for wireless connectivity from a smartphone, tablet or computer without an Internet connection. It's&nbsp;available in 16GB or 32GB capacities, priced at $49.99 and $59.99 respectively.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>The SanDisk Connect Wireless Media Drive comes with 32GB or 64GB storage capacities, at $79.99 and $99.99 respectively. Capable of streaming&nbsp;high-definition movies, photos and music on tablets, smartphones and computers, it also includes an SDHC/SDXC card slot for sharing images.</p>
<p>We're excited to see how both of these products might work within an on-the-go photographer's workflow, until we can test them out, learn more from the press release below.</p>
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<p class="p1"><strong>Full press release</strong></p>
<p class="p2"><a href="http://www.sandisk.com/">SanDisk</a>&nbsp;Corporation (NASDAQ:&nbsp;<a href="http://investor.sandisk.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=86495&amp;p=irol-irhomemain">SNDK</a>), a global leader in flash memory storage solutions, today announced&nbsp;<a href="http://www.SanDiskConnect.com/">SanDisk Connect</a>&trade;, a&nbsp;line of wireless flash memory storage devices including the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sandisk.com/products/wireless/flash-drive/">SanDisk&nbsp;Connect Wireless Flash Drive</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sandisk.com/products/wireless/media-drive/">SanDisk Connect Wireless Media Drive</a>. These new wireless devices represent the next generation of portable storage, delivering an easier way to access and share content across multiple mobile devices.</p>
<p class="p2">&ldquo;Today&rsquo;s consumers own an increasing number of mobile devices and accessing content across them can be a challenge,&rdquo; said Dinesh Bahal, vice president, product marketing, SanDisk. &ldquo;With the new SanDisk Connect product line, we&rsquo;re raising the bar on what consumers can expect from personal storage. We combined the portability of small flash memory storage devices with the convenience of wireless streaming and sharing functionality.&rdquo;</p>
<p class="p2">The SanDisk Connect Wireless Flash Drive provides a convenient and affordable way for consumers with a variety of devices to wirelessly store, share and stream content, across mobile devices and computers. As the smallest wireless USB storage device available to date, the drive allows users to enjoy up to 32GB<span class="s2"><sup>1</sup></span>&nbsp;of extra storage for their devices without the need for an Internet connection or cables. Users can simultaneously access photos, movies, music and documents on their drive from multiple devices around the house or on the go, with up to four hours of continuous streaming on a single charge<span class="s2"><sup>2</sup></span>.</p>
<p class="p2">The&nbsp;SanDisk Connect&nbsp;Wireless Media Drive is the perfect companion for road warriors or parents who need entertainment ready to enjoy.&nbsp;Users can easily take content such as high-definition (HD<span class="s2"><sup>3</sup></span>)&nbsp;movies, videos, music and photos with them wherever they go.&nbsp;This stylish pocket-sized device is designed for convenience and portability, and offers up to eight continuous streaming hours on a single charge<span class="s2"><sup>2</sup></span>. It is available in capacities up to 64GB and has an SDHC&trade;/SDXC&trade; memory card slot which allows users to store or share more content, or conveniently view high-quality photos on a mobile device from a camera&rsquo;s memory card<span class="s2"><sup>4</sup></span>.&nbsp;The media drive wirelessly connects up to eight mobile devices and can stream up to five different HD movies at once.</p>
<p class="p2"><strong>Easy to Use and Compatible</strong></p>
<p class="p2">The SanDisk Connect line of products is compatible with&nbsp;iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Kindle Fire and Android&trade; devices as well as PC and Mac computers<span class="s2"><sup>5</sup></span>.&nbsp;Movies, music, photos and documents can be loaded by simply dragging and dropping the files, and accessed via the&nbsp;SanDisk Connect apps available for download from the App Store, Google Play&trade; Store and the Amazon Appstore for Android.</p>
<p class="p2"><strong>Pricing and Availability</strong></p>
<p class="p2">The SanDisk Connect Wireless Flash Drive is available in 16GB or 32GB capacities at an MSRP of $49.99 and $59.99 respectively. In the U.S., it is available for preorder on Amazon.com,&nbsp;Newegg.com and Micro Center, with availability at&nbsp;Best Buy&nbsp;starting in August.&nbsp;&nbsp;It will also be available for preorder on Amazon.com in Germany and UK.</p>
<p class="p2">The SanDisk Connect Wireless Media Drive comes with 32GB or 64GB storage capacities at $79.99 and $99.99 respectively. It is available for preorder in the U.S. on Amazon.com with Q4 availability in&nbsp;Germany and UK.</p>
<p class="p1">1&nbsp;1 GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less.</p>
<p class="p1">2&nbsp;Based on streaming 720p content at 2mbps to one device; actual life and performance may vary depending upon usage and settings; battery not replaceable.</p>
<p class="p1">3&nbsp;HD (1280x720) video support may vary based on host device, file attributes and other factors. www.sandisk.com/HD</p>
<p class="p1">4&nbsp;Card sold separately.</p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">5&nbsp;</span>Mobile devices: iOS version 5.0 or higher, Android version 2.3 or higher; PC or Mac computer: Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP or Mac OS 10.6 or higher; Wi-Fi enabled devices: web browser.</p>Mon, 22 Jul 2013 17:46:22 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/news/4783412729/sandisk-micro-cards-speed-image-capture-and-transferhttps://www.dpreview.com/news/4783412729/sandisk-micro-cards-speed-image-capture-and-transferNew SanDisk microSD cards speed image capture and transfer<p>SanDisk is touting its new&nbsp;<span>SanDisk Extreme microSDXC memory cards as the "world's fastest" and promising they'll speed both image capture and transfer for smartphone, tablet and camera users.</span></p>
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<p><span>SanDisk reports its microSDXC card read speed is as fast as 80MB/sec with write speed up to 50MB/sec. This should result in both faster file transfer times and improved capture performance, especially when using the multi-shot burst mode on your mobile device or recording HD video.</span></p>
<p><span>SanDisk's new line of&nbsp;<span>Extreme microSDHC and microSDXC cards are&nbsp;</span></span>now available worldwide in 16GB to 64GB capacities, priced from $59.99 to&nbsp;$199.99 USD. Learn more at <a href="http://www.sandisk.com/products/memory-cards/microsd/extreme-uhs-i/">SanDisk.com</a>.</p>Tue, 09 Jul 2013 18:15:13 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/1663804206/securedigitalsecurityhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/1663804206/securedigitalsecurityPanasonic, Samsung, SanDisk, Sony and Toshiba create SD 'security solution'<p><img class="leadingImage" src="https://2.img-dpreview.com/files/p/E~TS120x120~articles/1663804206/SD.png" alt="" width="91" height="120" align="right" data-thumbnail-width="120" data-thumbnail-height="120" data-filename="SD.png">Panasonic, Samsung, SanDisk, Sony and Toshiba have announced they are working on a 'security solution' for the Secure Digital format - a move more about transferring paid-for content onto mobile devices than about photography. The system will associate cards with content buyers, so that rights-owners feel they can allow those buyers to move copyrighted Blu-Ray and downloaded HD content onto the cards. Or, in marketing speak: 'enables the effortless consumption of online and offline content across multiple device platforms.'</p>
<p>Press release:</p>
<h2>Panasonic, Samsung, SanDisk, Sony and Toshiba Join Forces to Collaborate on Next Generation Secure Memory Solution</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Five Companies plan to jointly form &lsquo;Next Generation Secure Memory Initiative</em></strong></p>
<p><strong>December </strong>19<sup>th</sup>, 2011&mdash;Panasonic Corporation, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., SanDisk Corporation, Sony Corporation and Toshiba Corporation today announced that they have reached an agreement in principle to collaborate on a new content protection technology for flash memory cards such as SD Cards and various storage devices. Under the &rdquo;Next Generation Secure Memory Initiative,&rdquo;<span class="green"><sup>*1</sup></span> the five companies will start preparing for licensing and promotion of HD (high-definition)-capable security for SD Cards and embedded memory for use in advanced consumer applications such as tablets and smartphones.</p>
<p>This content protection solution will be robust enough to protect HD content. A high level of content security will be realized through the use of the initiative&rsquo;s technologies, including unique ID (identification) technology for flash memory and robust copy protection based on public key infrastructure.</p>
<p>The five companies believe this technology will enable various HD content applications such as HD network download, broadcast content to go and HD Digital Copy/Managed Copy from Blu-ray Disc<sup>TM<span class="green">*2</span></sup> media. With these applications, users can enjoy HD content on a wide range of devices, including Android<sup>TM<span class="green">*3</span></sup>-based smartphones and tablets, TVs and Blu-ray<sup>TM</sup><span class="green"><sup>*4</sup></span> products.</p>
<p>The five companies believe that they each can make substantial contributions that, when combined, will enable them to start licensing the new secure memory technology early next year. The five companies expect to see adoption of flash memory products and various embedded flash memory solutions using this technology in the market in 2012.</p>
<p>"Panasonic has always been an innovator in providing the best possible content viewing experience in the living room through development of Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D<sup>TM</sup> technologies and products" said Yoshiyuki Miyabe, Corporate CTO, Panasonic Corporation.&nbsp; "With our new secure memory solution, we are excited to create a strong link between the living room experience and the mobile experience. Now consumers can enjoy watching premier content, such as movies, on the go with their smartphones and tablets".amsung believes that the time is ripe for an advanced security solution and welcomes the opportunity to deliver a highly viable solution using flash memory chips.&nbsp; Samsung&rsquo;s ongoing commitment to technology excellence will now further extend to early market availability of high-performance NAND technologies implementing the new advanced security solution,&rdquo; said Young-Hyun Jun, Executive Vice President, Memory Business, Samsung Electronics. Co., Ltd.</p>
<p>&ldquo;Consumers are ready for a solution that enables the effortless consumption of online and offline content across multiple device platforms,&rdquo; said Sumit Sadana, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer for SanDisk. &ldquo;SanDisk looks forward to building on its history of innovation in the Flash industry by delivering optimized memory solutions to enable this new usage model with robust security technologies that can protect premium content.&rdquo;</p>
<p>&ldquo;We believe the secure solution created by this initiative will enable customers to enjoy high quality experiences anytime, anywhere. Sony has always been focused on bringing amazing experiences to people through highly-advanced technologies in content creation, content distribution and picture display,&rdquo; said Hiroshi Yoshioka, Corporate Executive Officer and Executive Deputy President, Sony Corporation.</p>
<p>&ldquo;This technology will open a new door to flash memory applications. As a flash memory manufacturer, we are pleased that our flash memory technology will contribute to bringing people more convenient and exciting experiences of HD content. We will continue our development efforts to create surprising innovation,&rdquo; said Yasuo Naruke, Corporate Vice President, Vice President, Memory Division, Semiconductor &amp; Storage Products Company, Toshiba Corporation.</p>
<p><strong>About 'Next Generation Secure Memory Initiative</strong><strong>&rsquo;</strong><br>'Next Generation Secure Memory Initiative' (a tentative name) is a collaboration of Panasonic, Samsung, SanDisk, Sony and Toshiba to license and promote HD (high-definition)-capable security for SD Cards and embedded memory for use in advanced consumer applications such as tablets and smartphones. For the details, please visit <a href="http://nextgenerationsecurememory.com/" target="news-story-1663804206">http://nextgenerationsecurememory.com/</a></p>
<p><br> <span class="small green">*1&nbsp; "Next Generation Secure Memory Initiative" is the tentative name, it will be decided later.</span><br><span class="small green"> *2&nbsp; "Blu-ray Disc", "Blu-ray" and "Blu-ray 3D" are trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association</span><br><span class="small green"> *3&nbsp; "Android&rdquo; is a trademark of Google Inc.</span><br><span class="small green"> *4&nbsp;&nbsp; "Blu-ray Disc", "Blu-ray" and "Blu-ray 3D" are trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association</span><br style="clear: both;"><br></p>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 21:10:48 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/3586056316/report-around-the-show-ppe-2011https://www.dpreview.com/articles/3586056316/report-around-the-show-ppe-2011Report: Around The Show, PPE 2011<h2>Report: Around the Show - PPE 2011</h2>
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<td class="caption">PPE is smaller than shows like Photokina and PMA, but even though it takes place in a single hall, there's a lot to see</td>
<td class="caption">Alongside stands from manjor manufacturers like Canon and Nikon, there are plenty of smaller companies represented, showing off everything from camera cases to hard drives.&nbsp;</td>
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<p>As the 2011 PPE show draws to a close, we've got our work cut out, editing and publishing a series of video features (watch this space). We spent a lot of time speaking to the major camera manufacturers this year, but there was plenty more to see, including printers, lots of camera bags and supports, flash equipment and digital storage options. Here's a selection of some of the standout products that we saw at the show.&nbsp;</p>
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<td class="caption">This is the new Epson Stylus Photo R3000, Epson's newest 13-inch printer.</td>
<td class="caption">Epson's booth doubled as a gallery, showing portfolio-quality images on its entire range of inkjet paper.</td>
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<td class="caption">Speaking of getting creative, here's Lensbaby with a selection of its most recent products</td>
<td class="caption">And here's the 'composer focus front' mounted on an Olympus E-PL1.</td>
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<td class="caption">Lexar showed us its new USB 3.0 compact flash card reader, which promises to halve the speed of data transfer (assuming your computer has a USB 3.0 port of course) and the Echo ZX 32GB backup thumb drive.</td>
<td class="caption">And this is the SanDisk Memory Vault, which promises to keep your data safe for 100 years...</td>
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<td class="caption">The Hahnemuhle stand has some beautiful work on display, all printed on its best inkjet paper</td>
<td class="caption">And Ilford has a similar idea, covering its stand with impressive quality prints.</td>
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<td class="caption">One of the best-known names in photography, Gitzo had a huge range of tripods on display</td>
<td class="caption">Including the 'safari' range. They're green.</td>
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<td class="caption">Lowepro is one of the most well-known bag manufacturers, and as usual, the American company has a large stand</td>
<td class="caption">Plenty of interest from photographers at the show, eager to see for themselves just how much they could fit into Lowerpro's latest bags.</td>
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<td class="caption">&nbsp;National Geographic was also in attendance, with its own range of bags...</td>
<td class="caption">&nbsp;...designed to appeal to the Indiana Jones in all of us.</td>
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<td class="caption">Nearby was Israeli bag manufacturer Kata</td>
<td class="caption">Showcasing some of its impressive heavy-duty technology</td>
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<td class="caption">As usual, there were plenty of Chinese third-party accessory makers at PPE as well, selling familiar-looking accessories for less than you'd expect.</td>
<td class="caption">Everything from battery grips to studio lighting.</td>
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<td class="caption">Custom Brackets had a small stand, and showed us their new HDV 'Run and Gun'.</td>
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<td class="caption">A taste of home (for some of the dpreview team) it's good to see British bag maker Billingham keeping the standards (and prices) high.&nbsp;</td>
<td class="caption">This is KEH.com - the world's largest retailer of second-hand gear. Nothing to buy, but plenty of information on this stand.</td>
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<td class="caption">Lacie, one of the foremost digital storage manufacturers was at PPE, showing off its RAID drives, including the 4big Quadra, shown here.</td>
<td class="caption">Also on show were its smaller external hard drives.&nbsp;</td>
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<td class="caption">Manfrotto had a large stand at this year's show, and were keen to show off a new 'hybrid' tripod head...</td>
<td class="caption">&nbsp;...which can be converted from a pan and tilt ('video') to a ball head ('photo') at the flick of a switch.&nbsp;</td>
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<td class="caption">A glimpse of a possible future, this is the&nbsp;Schneider Optics iPro - a dedicated accessory for Apple's iPhone 4 and 4s which greatly expands the capabilities of its built-in camera with screw-in optics.</td>
<td class="caption">We asked what the aperture blades around the Apple logo were for and we were told 'for show'. The handle beneath the case combines a tripod mount with a carrying compartment for additional lenses.&nbsp;</td>
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<td class="caption">Polaroid was at the show as well, with this glass display of past glories...</td>
<td class="caption">...and its latest 'Zink' instant digital printer.&nbsp;</td>
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<p>{ShowReportIndex:PhotoPlusExpo2011}</p>Sat, 29 Oct 2011 23:26:26 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/6527126616/sandisksdhcuhsihttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/6527126616/sandisksdhcuhsiSanDisk ships Extreme Pro SDHC UHS-I memory card<p><img src="https://1.img-dpreview.com/files/p/articles/6527126616/sandiskuhs-i.gif" width="93" height="70" hspace="8" align="right" data-filename="sandiskuhs-i.gif">Sandisk has announced its UHS-I comaptible Extreme Pro SDHC memory cards are now available in 8GB to 32GB capacities with retail prices of $109.99 to $349.99. Complying to the SD 3.0 specification, the cards offer maximum read/write speeds of 45MB/s and adhere to latest UHS Class 1 video rating, offering 10MB/s minimum write speed for recording 1080p HD videos or 3D content.</p>
<p><a name="press"></a>Press Release:</p>
<h2>SANDISK ANNOUNCES SDHC CARD FEATURING UHS-I TECHNOLOGY&mdash; IDEAL FOR CAPTURING HIGH-RESOLUTION PHOTOS AND FULL HD VIDEOS</h2>
<p align="center"><a href="https://www.dpreview.com/files/p/articles/6527126616/sandiskuhs-i.jpeg" target="s"><img src="https://3.img-dpreview.com/files/p/articles/6527126616/sandiskuhs-i-001.jpeg" width="520" height="429" class="img-border" data-filename="sandiskuhs-i-001.jpeg"><br>
</a><em><strong>SanDisk Extreme Pro SDHC UHS-I Card Offers Photography Enthusiasts the Performance, Reliability and Durability They Need to Shoot Like the Pros</strong></em></p>
<p><strong>Milpitas, Calif., January 17, 2011 -</strong> <a href="http://www.sandisk.com/">SanDisk</a> Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), the global leader in flash memory cards, today introduced the SanDisk Extreme&reg; Pro&trade; SDHC&trade; UHS-I card. The card features Ultra High Speed (UHS) technology from the newly released SD 3.0 specification and achieves up to 45MB/sec<span class="green">*</span> read and write performance with long-term reliability by distributing data rapidly and efficiently using SanDisk's proprietary Power Core&trade; Controller.</p>
<p>"SanDisk has a long history of developing fast, highly reliable cards for photography enthusiasts and professionals," said Susan Park, director, retail product marketing, SanDisk. "Our new SanDisk Extreme Pro SDHC card lets consumers take their skills to the next level by capturing high-resolution still images, fast-moving action shots and HD videos of the highest quality."</p>
<p><strong>Designed for the latest cameras</strong><br>
As DSLRs offer increasingly sophisticated features such as high megapixel continuous burst shooting and high-definition (HD) video capture, photographers need advanced memory cards capable of unlocking their cameras' full potential. The card achieves high performance and efficient power consumption in UHS-enabled cameras such as the Nikon D7000.</p>
<p><strong>Performance</strong><br>
The SanDisk Extreme Pro SDHC card's write speed of up to 45 MB/sec delivers improved shot to shot performance of RAW images using continuous burst mode. The card also adheres to the new UHS Speed Class 1 video class rating, offering 10MB/sec<span class="green">*</span> minimum sustained write speed capable of recording HD 1080p videos or even 3D content<span class="green">*</span><span class="green">*</span>. In addition, the card's fast read speeds of up to 45 MB/sec let users avoid lengthy wait times when transferring content from the card to a computer.</p>
<p>SanDisk develops its flash controllers and memory chips together, allowing the company to perfectly match and fine-tune the two technologies throughout the testing process. The SanDisk Extreme Pro SDHC card uses an intelligent Power Core controller to achieve its speed. The controller's data prediction and binary caching features allow for improved overall performance.</p>
<p><strong>Reliability</strong><br>
Featuring an automatic error-code correction (ECC) engine, the SanDisk Extreme Pro SDHC card offers long-term reliability that comes from the brand trusted by professional photographers. Advanced wear leveling extends card endurance by distributing data evenly throughout the card. For added protection, the card includes one year of RescuePRO&reg; media recovery software, which lets photographers recover their images in case of accidental deletion.</p>
<p><strong>Durability</strong><br>
Designed to withstand the most extreme conditions, the new card offers photographers peace of mind knowing that their photos are stored on one of the most rugged cards in the world. Able to withstand punishment, the SanDisk Extreme Pro SDHC card is water proof, temperature proof, shock and vibration proof, x-ray and magnet proof<span class="green">*</span><span class="green">*</span><span class="green">*</span>. The card is backed by a lifetime limited warranty.<span class="green">*</span><span class="green">*</span><span class="green">*</span><span class="green">*</span></p>
<p><strong>Availability and Pricing</strong><br>
The card is shipping to major retailers worldwide and is available immediately at www.sandisk.com. The card comes in 8GB to 32GB capacities carrying suggested retail prices ranging from $109.99 to $349.99.</p>
<p>The SanDisk Extreme Pro UHS-I SDHC card is fully compatible with any camera, card reader or other device that supports SDHC cards. The SanDisk Extreme Pro ExpressCard&trade; Adapter, designed for high performance SDHC and SDXC UHS-I cards, is available at www.sandisk.com for $49.99.</p>
<p><span class="green">*</span> Based on SanDisk internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device.<br>
<span class="green">*</span><span class="green">*</span> Full HD (1920X1080X30fps). HD &amp; 3D video support may vary based upon host device, file size, resolution, compression, bit rate, content and other factors. See www.sandisk.com/HD.<br>
<span class="green">*</span><span class="green">*</span><span class="green">*</span> SDHC&trade; cards up to 32 GB; see www.Sandisk.com/proof for additional information.<br>
<span class="green">*</span><span class="green">*</span><span class="green">*</span><span class="green">*</span> 30 year warranty in Germany &amp; regions not recognizing lifetime limited.</p>Tue, 18 Jan 2011 18:08:52 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/1797785868/sandisk128gbcfhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/1797785868/sandisk128gbcfSanDisk unveils world's fastest high capacity CF card<p><strong><img src="https://2.img-dpreview.com/files/p/articles/1797785868/sandisk128gbcf.gif" width="80" height="68" hspace="8" align="right" data-filename="sandisk128gbcf.gif">Pre-CES 2011:</strong> SanDisk has unveiled the 128GB Extreme Pro, world's fastest high-capacity CompactFlash card with 100MB/s write speed. The card is designed for cameras with full HD video recording capabilities of up to 50Mbps bit rate and 4:2:2 color sampling, as well as full hi-resolution continuous shooting speeds. The card is available for pre-order from the company's website at a suggested retail price of $1,499.99.</p>
<p><a name="press"></a>Press Release:</p>
<h2>SANDISK ANNOUNCES WORLD&rsquo;S FASTEST HIGH-CAPACITY COMPACTFLASH CARD</h2>
<p align="center"><img src="https://2.img-dpreview.com/files/p/articles/1797785868/sandisk128gbcf.jpeg" width="520" height="350" class="img-border" data-filename="sandisk128gbcf.jpeg"><br>
<em><strong>SanDisk Extreme&reg; Pro&trade; CompactFlash&reg; Card Offers Unprecedented Combination of Speed and Storage-Up to 100MB/sec Write Speed and 128GB Capacit</strong></em></p>
<p><strong>Consumer Electronics Show, Las Vegas, January, 2011-</strong>-SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), the global leader in flash memory cards, today announced the world's fastest high-capacity CompactFlash&reg; card. The latest milestone in SanDisk's long history of industry-leading products, the SanDisk Extreme&reg; Pro&trade; CompactFlash&reg; card features 128 gigabytes (GB)<span class="green">*1</span> of storage and up to 100 megabyte per second (MB/sec)<span class="green">*2</span> write speeds. With its Power Core&reg; controller and UDMA-7 interface, the card delivers the performance demanded by high-end DSLR cameras.</p>
<p>"No other product on the market can match our new card's combination of speed and storage capacity," said Susan Park, director, product marketing, SanDisk. "By consistently pushing the boundaries of flash innovation, we are able to develop advanced products not found anywhere else."</p>
<p>With a set of features optimized for professional photographers and videographers, the 128GB SanDisk Extreme Pro CompactFlash card is ideally suited for imaging applications requiring Full HD<span class="green">*3</span> 1920x1080 resolution, up to 50Mbps bit rate and 4:2:2 color sampling. The card's unprecedented combination of speed and storage lets photographers capture more frames when shooting in continuous burst mode, and enables them to record high quality Full HD videos.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Up to 100MB/sec write speed</strong> enables shorter wait times and faster continuous burst shooting.</li>
<li><strong>Video Performance Guarantee<span class="green">*4</span></strong> allows for superior Full HD video recording at a sustained 20MB/sec write speed.</li>
<li><strong>128GB capacity</strong> aoffers more room for capturing RAW+JPEG photos, sequential bursts, even Full HD and 3D video content.</li>
<li><strong>SanDisk's proprietary Power Core&trade; controller</strong> distributes data across the card more rapidly and efficiently, and the UDMA-7 interface allows for maximum data transfer between card and camera.</li>
<li><strong>Best-in-class quality assurance</strong> offers photographers peace of mind knowing that the card is backed by rigorous stress, shock, vibration, humidity and moisture testing procedures and a lifetime limited warranty<span class="green">*5</span>. The card features RTV silicone coating for added protection.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Availability and Pricing<br>
</strong>The 128GB SanDisk Extreme Pro CompactFlash card is available now for preorder at www.sandisk.com, and will be available at retailers worldwide later in Q1 2011. The card carries a suggested retail price of $1,499.99.</p>
<p><span class="green">*1</span> 1 gigabyte (GB) = 1 billion bytes..<br>
<span class="green">*2</span> Up to 100 MB/sec write speed; read speed lower. Based on SanDisk internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device. 1 megabyte = 1 million bytes. X = 150 KB/sec.<br>
<span class="green">*3</span> Full HD (1920X1080X30fps), HD and 3D video support may vary based upon host device, file size, resolution, compression, bit rate, content and other factors. See /HD<br>
<span class="green">*4 </span>Video Performance Guarantee enabled to ensure Full HD video&dagger; recording at 20MB/sec minimum sustained write speed. 1 megabyte (MB) = 1 million bytes.<br>
<span class="green">*5 </span>30 year warranty in Germany &amp; regions not recognizing lifetime limited.</p>Thu, 06 Jan 2011 23:42:35 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/1049391591/sandiskwormsdhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/1049391591/sandiskwormsdSandisk ships tamper-proof single write 1GB SD cards<p><img src="https://2.img-dpreview.com/files/p/articles/1049391591/sdworm.gif" width="75" height="100" hspace="8" align="right" data-filename="sdworm.gif">SanDisk has announced it is shipping its 1 GB Write Once Read Many (WORM) SD memory cards in volume to the Japanese police force. Introduced in 2008 in 128MB capacity, files recorded onto the WORM cards can be stored up to 100 years, and cannot be altered or deleted. The card is aimed at industries where unaltered content is vital such as police investigations, court testimony, electronic voting etc. The SD WORM card is available worldwide, with 'pricing dependent upon the quantity ordered.' </p>
<p><a name="press"></a>Press Release:</p>
<h2>SANDISK&rsquo;S WRITE ONCE READ MANY &ldquo;WORM&rdquo; SD CARD STORES IMAGES FOR UP TO 100 YEARS</h2>
<p align="center"><em><strong>SanDisk SD WORM Cards Ship In Volume To Japan's Police Force-Ideal<br>
For Capturing and Archiving Forensic Images</strong></em></p>
<p><strong>Milpitas, Calif., June 23, 2010</strong> - SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), the global leader in flash memory cards, today announced that it is shipping in volume its 1 gigabyte (GB)1 SanDisk&reg; SD&trade; "write once read many" (WORM) cards to Japan's police force. Police in Japan have implemented the SanDisk SD WORM card as the storage media of choice for tamper-proof forensic image archiving.</p>
<ul>
<li>Tamper-proof image capture and archiving assures the accuracy and legitimacy of forensic evidence</li>
<li>Stores data files safely for up to 100 years*</li>
<li>Obsoletes need for film and enhances digital photography for evidence collection and other applications</li>
</ul>
<p>Using the SanDisk SD WORM card, law enforcement officers can create unalterable, permanent photographic records that serve as resources during investigations or as potential evidence during trials. Officers simply insert the card into an SD WORM-compatible digital camera and begin capturing images. Later, they can transfer the images to a computer while maintaining unchangeable originals on the WORM card - ensuring that the justice system has access to evidence of indisputable accuracy.</p>
<p>"Japan's police force is one of the world's largest and most respected law enforcement agencies, and a leading adopter of cutting-edge technologies," said Christopher Moore, director, product marketing, SanDisk. "Working closely with police around the world and our partner camera vendors, we have created a one-step system for tamper-proof data acquisition and archiving. This essential memory solution greatly simplifies the digital evidence handling process while exceeding the government's requirements for data integrity and longevity."</p>
<p>Traditionally, forensic images have been stored on 35mm film, which degrades over time, is slow, inconvenient and increasingly difficult to procure. In Japan, where there is no statute of limitations for certain serious crimes, the ability to retain evidence for many decades is a must. In comparison, digital storage on the SanDisk SD WORM card offers a fast, convenient and readily available alternative.</p>
<p>The SanDisk SD WORM card meets the new archival demands for mobility, long-term preservation, data integrity and ease of use. SanDisk's proprietary SD WORM controller technology instantly protects any files written to the device, preventing the alteration or deletion of stored data. The card stores files safely for up to 100 years*, as shown by accelerated data retention internal testing, and delivers a lower total cost of ownership compared to other archival media.</p>
<p><strong>Ideal for Law Enforcement Agencies Worldwide</strong></p>
<p>Japan's police force is one of the first major agencies to adopt this solution, and other law enforcement organizations around the world are qualifying the product as its features are universally valued for securing digital evidence.</p>
<p>"Tamper-proof storage protects law enforcement officers by guaranteeing the legitimacy of evidence that we collect and deliver to the district attorney," said Jim Shirk, Captain, Twin Cities Police Authority, Larkspur, California. "An unalterable and highly reliable archive eliminates the chance of accidentally deleting a crucial file, and ensures that evidence is accessible over a long period of time. Adopting this type of storage as our standard archiving media is a necessary step in maintaining a modern and effective police force."</p>
<p>Any SD-compatible device can read SD WORM cards, but only hosts with SD WORM-compatible interfaces can write to the card. SanDisk continues to work with leading makers of imaging, audio and video recording devices to implement SD WORM compatibility.</p>
<p>The SanDisk SD WORM card is available worldwide in a 1GB** capacity, with pricing dependent upon the quantity ordered. The cards can be purchased through SanDisk's network of OEM distributors and representatives, or by contacting <a href="mailto:OEMSales@sandisk.com">OEMSales@sandisk.com.</a></p>
<p>Beyond forensic image archiving, SanDisk expects its SD WORM technology to be widely adopted in crucial applications such as audio recording and long-term retention of legal documents and medical files. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.sandisk.com/sdworm">www.sandisk.com/sdworm.</a></p>
Wed, 23 Jun 2010 10:03:10 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/6138142812/sandisk64gbsdxchttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/6138142812/sandisk64gbsdxcSanDisk releases 64GB SDXC memory card<p><strong><img src="https://2.img-dpreview.com/files/p/articles/6138142812/sandisk64gbsdxc.gif" width="80" height="106" hspace="8" align="right" data-filename="sandisk64gbsdxc.gif">PMA 2010:</strong> SanDisk has released its first SDXC (Extended capacity) memory card in 64GB capacity. It offers Class 4 speed with maximum data transfer speed of up to 15MB/s and complements the release of the many SDXC compatible cameras released this year. The 64GB Ultra SDXC card is currently available online at a retail price of $349.99.</p>
<p><a name="press"></a>Press Release:</p>
<h3>SANDISK SHIPS ITS HIGHEST CAPACITY SD CARD EVER</h3>
<p align="center"><a href="https://www.dpreview.com/files/p/articles/6138142812/sandisk64gbsdxc.jpeg" target="sa"><img src="https://4.img-dpreview.com/files/p/articles/6138142812/sandisk64gbsdxc_001.jpeg" width="480" height="351" class="img-border" data-filename="sandisk64gbsdxc_001.jpeg"></a><br>
<strong><em>SanDisk's Highest Capacity SD Card Offers Increased Storage,Ideal for Extended HD Video Recording</em></strong><br>
</p>
<p><strong>Milpitas, Calif., February 22, 2010 -</strong> <a href="http://www.sandisk.com/">SanDisk</a> Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), the global leader in flash memory cards, today announced that it has begun shipping the 64 gigabyte (GB)1 SanDisk Ultra&reg; SDXC&trade; card, the company's highest capacity SD&trade; card ever. With its 64GB capacity, up to 15MB/sec read speed2 and Class 4 speed rating, the new card is ideal for capturing and storing massive 1080p High-Definition video files and then transferring them quickly to a computer.</p>
<p>SDXC cards are based on the new SD 3.0 specification, which makes it possible to manufacture cards with storage capacity up to 2 terabytes (TB)3. The SDXC card's exFAT file structure helps consumers record long-duration HD videos. The 64GB SanDisk Ultra SDXC card can store more than eight hours of such video with recording speed of 9 Mbps (HD standard)*.</p>
<p>"SDXC is the successor to the popular SDHC card format," said Susan Park, director, retail product marketing, SanDisk. "The 64GB SanDisk Ultra SDXC card delivers the speed and capacity consumers need for extended HD video recording and improved rapid shooting of still images. The card is an ideal complement for recently-announced SDXC-compatible cameras and camcorders."</p>
<p>Because the SD 3.0 specification was recently released, only a handful of devices may be immediately available that support SDXC cards. However, the pace of new camera model introduction supporting the SDXC format is accelerating. Canon announced at CES that all of its new VIXIA camcorder models and PowerShot cameras are compatible with SDXC cards. Widespread adoption of SDXC is expected to occur across a range of consumer electronic products including HDTVs, Blu-ray recorders/players, camcorders, cameras, mobile phones, navigation systems and computers. SanDisk&reg; ImageMate&reg; memory card readers are compatible with SDXC cards if the connected PC uses an operating system that supports exFAT.</p>
<p>The 64GB SanDisk Ultra SDXC card comes with a lifetime limited warranty**. The card is available immediately at <a href="http://www.sandisk.com/">www.sandisk.com</a> via the U.S. e-commerce site with a price of $349.99, and will be available at SanDisk locations around the world soon after.</p>Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:00:00 Zhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/3007363519/sandisk32gbmemorystickhttps://www.dpreview.com/articles/3007363519/sandisk32gbmemorystickSanDisk Memory Sticks offer 32GB storage capacity<p><img src="https://2.img-dpreview.com/files/p/articles/3007363519/sandisk.gif" width="120" height="78" hspace="8" align="right" data-filename="sandisk.gif">SanDisk has announced 32GB variants of its Ultra Memory Stick <span onmouseover="_tipon(this)" onmouseout="_tipoff()">PRO-HG Duo </span>and <span onmouseover="_tipon(this)" onmouseout="_tipoff()">Memory Stick PRO Duo</span> memory cards. The Ultra-branded Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo with read/write speeds of up to 30 MB/s will ship from November 2009 at a price of $279.99&nbsp;while the Memory Stick PRO Duo is available now for $223.99.</p>
<p align="center"><a href="http://www.sandisk.co.jp/Corporate/PressRoom/PressReleases/PressRelease.aspx?ID=4358" target="san"><strong>Click here for the Press Release (in Japanese)</strong></a></p>
<p align="center"><a href="https://www.dpreview.com/files/p/articles/3007363519/32gbmemorysrickprohgduo.jpeg" target="san"><img src="https://4.img-dpreview.com/files/p/articles/3007363519/32gbmemorysrickprohgduo_001.jpeg" width="480" height="357" class="img-border" data-filename="32gbmemorysrickprohgduo_001.jpeg"></a></p>
<p align="center"><a href="https://www.dpreview.com/files/p/articles/3007363519/32gbmemorystickproduo.jpeg" target="san"><img src="https://1.img-dpreview.com/files/p/articles/3007363519/32gbmemorystickproduo_001.jpeg" width="480" height="358" class="img-border" data-filename="32gbmemorystickproduo_001.jpeg"></a></p>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:09:00 Z